Supporting young riders

Our Youth Bursary program supports young equestrians from all disciplines who are members, full-time high school students, and who demonstrate a significant financial impediment to reaching their equestrian goals.

We believe in investing in the future of equestrian sport by providing resources for success.

smiling young rider beside their pony

Financial assistance for Young Equestrians

Fund Your Passion

Our youth bursaries provide support to young equestrians who are full-time high school students, helping them pursue their passion for riding.

Apply Today

Applications are reviewed by a panel of professional equestrians - applicants and their coach must be current Ontario Equestrian members.

Tell your story

Applicants must complete the application form and submit an essay outlining their equestrian skills, volunteering activities and how the funds will benefit their riding.

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Youth Bursary

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2026 recipients

Previous Youth Bursary recipients tell their stories about how the financial support has changed their equestrian journey.

Abby Bickmore

CITY
Keene
DISCIPLINE
Western Speed
COACH
Andrea Veldhuyzen

Natasha Oktavianus

CITY
Leamington
DISCIPLINE
Dressage
COACH
Madison Dronfield

Emily Recker

CITY
Tillsonburg
DISCIPLINE
Pony Jumper
COACH
Kelly Forrest

Clara Bell

CITY
Ottawa
DISCIPLINE
Hunter/Jumper
COACH
Lyndsay Charles

Emilie Roberts

CITY
Bolton
DISCIPLINE
Eventing
COACH
Nikki Maclellan